What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Looe?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Looe is to bus which costs £50 - £90 and takes 12h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Looe?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Looe is to drive which takes 5h 26m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Looe. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Bridge via Bus Station, Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Liskeard Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Looe. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Looe via Stratford, London Paddington, Totnes and Liskeard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Looe?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Looe is 295 miles. The road distance is 274.3 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Looe without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Looe without a car is to train via Totnes which takes 8h 6m and costs £120 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Looe?

It takes approximately 8h 6m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Looe bus from?

Southend-on-Sea to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Looe train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Looe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.

Train or bus from Southend-on-Sea to Looe?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Looe is to train via Totnes which takes 8h 6m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 12h 40m.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Looe bus arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Looe train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Looe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Looe is 274 miles. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Looe.

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Southend-on-Sea to Looe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Looe by train, bus, or car

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Train via Totnes
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Totnestrain
3. Take the train from Totnes to Liskeardtrain
8h 6m
£123–225
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Post Officebus 805
12h 40m
£51–90
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49
10h 53m
£64–105
Drive 272.7 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Looecar 272.7 mi
5h 26m
£68–98
Train
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Liskeardtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
10h 14m
£127–223

Southend-on-Sea to Looe by train

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Distance: 293.6 mi
Duration: 8h 6m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Looe, England?

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Looe via Stratford, London Paddington, Totnes, and Liskeard in around 8h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Bridge via Bus Station, Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Post Office, and Liskeard Bus Interchange in around 12h 40m.

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